Fostering
Academic Excellence
We are committed to fostering academic excellence, critical thinking, and professional development in the field of criminal justice. Situated within the dynamic academic environment of NDSU, we offer a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for diverse careers in law enforcement, corrections, legal professions, research, and beyond.
Our Mission
To provide students with a solid foundation in the theoretical, methodological and practical aspects of criminal justice through rigorous coursework, hands-on learning and research opportunities. Graduates gain the knowledge, skills and ethical perspective needed to address complex challenges in the criminal justice system.
Our Programs
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Major | Minor
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Minor
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Doctoral | Master's
Learn from Experts
Our faculty members are accomplished scholars and practitioners who are actively engaged in research, policy development and community outreach in various areas of criminal justice. They represent a wide array of expertise including law enforcement, corrections, courts/law, criminal justice policy, criminological theory and juvenile justice to name a few.
Launch Your Career
Whether you aspire to work in law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice, victim advocacy, homeland security or pursue further education in graduate or law school, our program prepares you for a wide range of career paths.
Study Abroad
The Department of Criminal Justice provides students (undergraduate and graduate) the opportunity to travel to other countries to learn about their criminal justice system.
